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"passenger", "docs": 11, "ratio": 6.4}, {"term": "airbag", "docs": 7, "ratio": 16.3}, {"term": "belt", "docs": 7, "ratio": 15.2}]}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 12, "share": 0.9, "ratio": 0.35, "page": false, "by_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 2, "share": 0.8}, {"year": 2019, "count": 3, "share": 0.7}, {"year": 2020, "count": 2, "share": 1.5}, {"year": 2021, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"year": 2022, "count": 3, "share": 1.4}, {"year": 2023, "count": 1, "share": 0.6}, {"year": 2024, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"year": 2025, "count": 1, "share": 0.8}], "recent_12m": 2, "prior_12m": 3, "recent_trend": null, "keywords": [{"term": "tires", "docs": 8, "ratio": 34.0}, {"term": "size", "docs": 3, "ratio": 47.0}, {"term": "last", "docs": 3, "ratio": 6.4}, {"term": "noise", "docs": 3, "ratio": 5.7}, {"term": "wheel", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3.6}, {"term": "rear", "docs": 3, "ratio": 2.8}]}], "worst_year": 2025, "best_year": 2021, "years_high": [2019, 2025], "years_low": [2020, 2021, 2024], "avg_per_year": 36.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.86, "idx_vs_segment": 0.68, "band": "typical", "trend": {"label": "stable", "pct": 21.0, "from_years": [2018, 2019], "to_years": [2023, 2024], "from_idx": 0.58, "to_idx": 0.7, "from_early": 48, "to_early": 55}, "filed_by_year": [{"year": 2017, "count": 1}, {"year": 2018, "count": 16}, {"year": 2019, "count": 52}, {"year": 2020, "count": 56}, {"year": 2021, "count": 37}, {"year": 2022, "count": 141}, {"year": 2023, "count": 203}, {"year": 2024, "count": 263}, {"year": 2025, "count": 331}, {"year": 2026, "count": 282}], "recent_12m": 415, "prior_12m": 279, "recent_trend": "rising", "recent_pct": 49.0, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 277, "share": 20.0}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 239, "share": 17.3}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 145, "share": 10.5}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 308, "share": 22.3}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 413, "share": 29.9}], "median_age_months": 38, "keywords": [{"term": "oil", "docs": 249, "ratio": 3.2}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 450, "ratio": 1.6}, {"term": "sorrento", "docs": 28, "ratio": 78.8}, {"term": "paint", "docs": 56, "ratio": 8.4}, {"term": "pearl", "docs": 33, "ratio": 34.0}, {"term": "trailer hitches", "docs": 31, "ratio": 30.2}, {"term": "consumption", "docs": 62, "ratio": 5.2}, {"term": "peeling", "docs": 38, "ratio": 10.5}], "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ22003", "subject": "Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture", "component": "SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER", "opened": "2022-08-08", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "23V210000", "summary": "On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Recall Query (RQ) based on 3 incidents alleging front seat belt pretensioners that may rupture during deployment, on model year (MY) 2020-2022 of various Hyundai and Kia Models, resulting in 3 injuries (note: one incident occurred outside the U.S. and its territories).Between October 2021 and March 2023, Hyundai and Kia have filed the following 11 safety recalls for pretensioner rupture: NHTSA Recall No. 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-123, 22V-127, 22V-218, 22V-354, 22V-447, 22V-458, 22V-816, 23V-094, and 23V-210.Hyundai/Kia have stated that the abnormal deployment of the pretensioners is due to over-pressurization of the pretensioner pipe that can cause metal fragments to enter the vehicle occupant compartment, which can result in injury to vehicle occupants.The various makes/models covered by the above recalls include approximately 405,900 certain 2020-2022 Hyundai Accent, 2021-2022 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra HEV, 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV, 2020-2022 Hyundai Venue, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2023 Genesis G80 EV, 2023 Genesis G90, 2023 Genesis GV60 EV, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, 2021-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2022 Kia Sorento HEV, and 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV.In response to ODI's investigation, in December 2022, Hyundai notified ODI that they would be conducting testing to validate subject vehicle seat belt pretensioners. This evaluation included sled testing and software testing which was performed by Hyundai and its suppliers. The tests were intended to evaluate pretensioner deployment characteristics based on the unique deployment signature of the subject and peer vehicles. ODI met with representatives from Hyundai on several occasions during the investigation to discuss testing progress and data. As a result of the testing, Hyundai was able to simulate the pretensioner failures. It was determined by Hyundai during testing, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat ", "years": [2022], "open": false}], "segment_rank": 4, "segment_n": 14, "peers": [{"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "avg_per_year": 15.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.36, "top_group": "exterior", "complaints": 752, "recalls": 18, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 1, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Passport", "avg_per_year": 17.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.42, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 652, "recalls": 16, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 2, "self": false}, {"make": "Nissan", "model": "Pathfinder", "avg_per_year": 20.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.48, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 566, "recalls": 12, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 3, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "avg_per_year": 36.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.86, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 1382, "recalls": 17, "trend": "stable", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 4, "self": true}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "avg_per_year": 43.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.04, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 2164, "recalls": 20, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 5, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "avg_per_year": 43.8, "idx_vs_all": 1.04, "top_group": "transmission", "complaints": 1657, "recalls": 13, "trend": "stable", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 6, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "avg_per_year": 44.5, "idx_vs_all": 1.06, "top_group": "transmission", "complaints": 2062, "recalls": 21, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 7, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "avg_per_year": 58.3, "idx_vs_all": 1.38, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 1968, "recalls": 26, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 8, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "avg_per_year": 65.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.56, "top_group": "transmission", "complaints": 3122, "recalls": 70, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 9, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "avg_per_year": 67.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.6, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 2824, "recalls": 26, "trend": "stable", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 10, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Telluride", "avg_per_year": 73.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.75, "top_group": "structure", "complaints": 1945, "recalls": 17, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 11, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "avg_per_year": 77.0, "idx_vs_all": 1.83, "top_group": "structure", "complaints": 3749, "recalls": 15, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 12, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "avg_per_year": 85.9, "idx_vs_all": 2.04, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 3335, "recalls": 49, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 13, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Palisade", "avg_per_year": 102.2, "idx_vs_all": 2.43, "top_group": "airbags", "complaints": 2277, "recalls": 13, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 14, "self": false}], "changed": "2026-09-04"}, "model_years": [{"first_filed": "2017-12-18", "last_filed": "2026-08-27", "median_filing_delay_days": 14, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 252, "crashes": 12, "fires": 11, "injuries": 11, "deaths": 1, "severe": 23, "severe_share": 9.1, "injuries_per_100": 4.4, "per_year": 29.1, "age_years": 8.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 109, "share": 43.3, "ratio": 1.95}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 25, "share": 9.9, "ratio": 6.33}, {"group": "steering", "count": 23, "share": 9.1, "ratio": 1.4}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 22, "share": 8.7, "ratio": 0.55}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 20, "share": 7.9, "ratio": 0.88}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 12, "share": 4.8, "ratio": 1.26}, {"group": "other", "count": 11, "share": 4.4, "ratio": 2.43}, {"group": "structure", "count": 9, "share": 3.6, "ratio": 0.39}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 6, "share": 2.4, "ratio": 0.4}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 6, "share": 2.4, "ratio": 0.56}, {"group": "adas", "count": 4, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.28}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 3, "share": 1.2, "ratio": 0.1}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 2, "share": 0.8, "ratio": 0.32}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2017, "count": 1}, {"year": 2018, "count": 11}, {"year": 2019, "count": 16}, {"year": 2020, "count": 21}, {"year": 2021, "count": 12}, {"year": 2022, "count": 35}, {"year": 2023, "count": 41}, {"year": 2024, "count": 49}, {"year": 2025, "count": 41}, {"year": 2026, "count": 25}], "early": 28, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 18, "share": 7.1}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 16, "share": 6.3}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 18, "share": 7.1}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 54, "share": 21.4}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 146, "share": 57.9}], "median_age_months": 67, "recent_12m": 37, "prior_12m": 46, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 3, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "22V703000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "TRAILER HITCHES", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.  Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.  Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC249.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "18V656000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2018, "received": "2018-09-21", "component": "STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM", "summary": "Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles.  The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.", "consequence": "If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge.  The recall began October 26, 2018.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC167.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "17V784000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2018, "received": "2017-12-08", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW", "summary": "Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles.  The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.", "consequence": "If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, free of charge.  The recall began on December 18, 2017.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC159.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "other", "steering"], "recall_covered_share": 18.3, "park_warnings": 1, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2018, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:22:10+00:00", "segment": "midsize-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.69, "idx_vs_make": 0.82, "idx_vs_year": 0.59, "idx_vs_segment": 0.55, "early_idx": 0.31, "band": "fewer", "rank_in_year": 40, "n_in_year": 73, "peers_year": [{"make": "Nissan", "model": "Pathfinder", "per_year": 8.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.21, "complaints": 77, "self": false}, {"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "per_year": 26.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.63, "complaints": 229, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "per_year": 29.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.69, "complaints": 252, "self": true}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "per_year": 31.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.74, "complaints": 269, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "per_year": 49.2, "idx_vs_all": 1.17, "complaints": 427, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "per_year": 50.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.2, "complaints": 437, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "per_year": 52.7, "idx_vs_all": 1.25, "complaints": 457, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "per_year": 83.7, "idx_vs_all": 1.99, "complaints": 726, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "per_year": 92.2, "idx_vs_all": 2.19, "complaints": 800, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "per_year": 93.0, "idx_vs_all": 2.21, "complaints": 807, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "per_year": 98.3, "idx_vs_all": 2.34, "complaints": 853, "self": false}], "prev_year": null, "next_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 55.1, "complaints": 423}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "oil", "docs": 57, "ratio": 9.2}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 89, "ratio": 3.9}, {"term": "consumption", "docs": 17, "ratio": 18.0}, {"term": "knock", "docs": 11, "ratio": 35.7}, {"term": "light", "docs": 39, "ratio": 2.0}, {"term": "theta", "docs": 6, "ratio": 90.0}], "exterior": [{"term": "headlights", "docs": 18, "ratio": 74.3}, {"term": "auto", "docs": 16, "ratio": 17.5}, {"term": "night", "docs": 13, "ratio": 26.8}, {"term": "switch", "docs": 8, "ratio": 26.9}, {"term": "lights turn", "docs": 5, "ratio": 120.4}, {"term": "lights set", "docs": 3, "ratio": 1233.3}], "steering": [{"term": "steering", "docs": 23, "ratio": 9.9}, {"term": "column", "docs": 7, "ratio": 76.4}, {"term": "wheel", "docs": 14, "ratio": 8.6}, {"term": "direction", "docs": 6, "ratio": 28.2}, {"term": "sticks", "docs": 5, "ratio": 47.0}, {"term": "notchy", "docs": 3, "ratio": 189.6}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2018-07-17", "last_filed": "2026-09-01", "median_filing_delay_days": 29, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 423, "crashes": 10, "fires": 19, "injuries": 16, "deaths": 0, "severe": 28, "severe_share": 6.6, "injuries_per_100": 3.8, "per_year": 55.1, "age_years": 7.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 164, "share": 38.8, "ratio": 1.75}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 57, "share": 13.5, "ratio": 0.86}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 48, "share": 11.3, "ratio": 1.26}, {"group": "structure", "count": 43, "share": 10.2, "ratio": 1.11}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 27, "share": 6.4, "ratio": 0.55}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 16, "share": 3.8, "ratio": 0.88}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 15, "share": 3.5, "ratio": 2.24}, {"group": "other", "count": 13, "share": 3.1, "ratio": 1.71}, {"group": "adas", "count": 11, "share": 2.6, "ratio": 0.45}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 9, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.35}, {"group": "steering", "count": 9, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.32}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 8, "share": 1.9, "ratio": 0.5}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 3, "share": 0.7, "ratio": 0.28}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 5}, {"year": 2019, "count": 36}, {"year": 2020, "count": 28}, {"year": 2021, "count": 14}, {"year": 2022, "count": 31}, {"year": 2023, "count": 58}, {"year": 2024, "count": 107}, {"year": 2025, "count": 87}, {"year": 2026, "count": 57}], "early": 69, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 54, "share": 12.8}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 39, "share": 9.2}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 26, "share": 6.1}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 109, "share": 25.8}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 195, "share": 46.1}], "median_age_months": 57, "recent_12m": 93, "prior_12m": 80, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 2, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "23V639000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2019, "received": "2023-09-15", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Sorento vehicles.  Due to a manufacturing error, water may leak into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add additional water proofing to the camera harness, or replace the camera as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 8, 2024.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC282.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V703000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "TRAILER HITCHES", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.  Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.  Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC249.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["electrical", "other"], "recall_covered_share": 16.5, "park_warnings": 1, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2019, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:22:13+00:00", "segment": "midsize-suv", "idx_vs_all": 1.31, "idx_vs_make": 1.55, "idx_vs_year": 1.2, "idx_vs_segment": 1.04, "early_idx": 0.86, "band": "more", "rank_in_year": 55, "n_in_year": 76, "peers_year": [{"make": "Nissan", "model": "Pathfinder", "per_year": 9.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.23, "complaints": 75, "self": false}, {"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "per_year": 18.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.43, "complaints": 140, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "per_year": 28.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.68, "complaints": 220, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Passport", "per_year": 35.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.85, "complaints": 274, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "per_year": 37.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.9, "complaints": 291, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "per_year": 47.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.13, "complaints": 364, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "per_year": 52.5, "idx_vs_all": 1.25, "complaints": 403, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "per_year": 55.1, "idx_vs_all": 1.31, "complaints": 423, "self": true}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "per_year": 62.7, "idx_vs_all": 1.49, "complaints": 481, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "per_year": 98.0, "idx_vs_all": 2.33, "complaints": 752, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "per_year": 116.2, "idx_vs_all": 2.76, "complaints": 892, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "per_year": 134.6, "idx_vs_all": 3.2, "complaints": 1033, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2018, "per_year": 29.1, "complaints": 252}, "next_year": {"year": 2020, "per_year": 20.1, "complaints": 134}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "oil", "docs": 99, "ratio": 10.7}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 111, "ratio": 3.2}, {"term": "consumption", "docs": 34, "ratio": 23.9}, {"term": "pressure sensor", "docs": 10, "ratio": 57.3}, {"term": "light", "docs": 58, "ratio": 2.0}, {"term": "low", "docs": 30, "ratio": 3.8}], "electrical": [{"term": "typically travel", "docs": 18, "ratio": 2271.8}, {"term": "investigated appropriately", "docs": 18, "ratio": 2271.8}, {"term": "free gps", "docs": 18, "ratio": 2271.8}, {"term": "ability hands", "docs": 18, "ratio": 2065.3}, {"term": "interferes ability", "docs": 18, "ratio": 1893.2}, {"term": "infotainment center", "docs": 23, "ratio": 362.9}], "hvac": [{"term": "paint", "docs": 17, "ratio": 73.9}, {"term": "pearl", "docs": 10, "ratio": 296.8}, {"term": "peeling", "docs": 11, "ratio": 87.2}, {"term": "white", "docs": 10, "ratio": 25.4}, {"term": "hood", "docs": 6, "ratio": 9.6}, {"term": "kia's", "docs": 3, "ratio": 87.3}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2020-02-23", "last_filed": "2026-09-01", "median_filing_delay_days": 19, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 134, "crashes": 9, "fires": 11, "injuries": 21, "deaths": 1, "severe": 19, "severe_share": 14.2, "injuries_per_100": 15.7, "per_year": 20.1, "age_years": 6.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 66, "share": 49.3, "ratio": 2.22}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 13, "share": 9.7, "ratio": 0.62}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 12, "share": 9.0, "ratio": 0.77}, {"group": "other", "count": 9, "share": 6.7, "ratio": 3.7}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 8, "share": 6.0, "ratio": 0.67}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 5, "share": 3.7, "ratio": 0.61}, {"group": "structure", "count": 5, "share": 3.7, "ratio": 0.4}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 4, "share": 3.0, "ratio": 0.79}, {"group": "adas", "count": 4, "share": 3.0, "ratio": 0.52}, {"group": "steering", "count": 3, "share": 2.2, "ratio": 0.34}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 2, "share": 1.5, "ratio": 0.35}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 2, "share": 1.5, "ratio": 0.6}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 1, "share": 0.7, "ratio": 0.45}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2020, "count": 7}, {"year": 2021, "count": 11}, {"year": 2022, "count": 11}, {"year": 2023, "count": 21}, {"year": 2024, "count": 14}, {"year": 2025, "count": 40}, {"year": 2026, "count": 30}], "early": 18, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 14, "share": 10.4}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 9, "share": 6.7}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 16, "share": 11.9}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 31, "share": 23.1}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 64, "share": 47.8}], "median_age_months": 59, "recent_12m": 46, "prior_12m": 30, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 1, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "22V703000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "TRAILER HITCHES", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.  Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.  Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC249.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["other"], "recall_covered_share": 6.7, "park_warnings": 1, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2020, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:22:15+00:00", "segment": "midsize-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.48, "idx_vs_make": 0.57, "idx_vs_year": 0.53, "idx_vs_segment": 0.38, "early_idx": 0.32, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 37, "n_in_year": 82, "peers_year": [{"make": "Nissan", "model": "Pathfinder", "per_year": 7.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.19, "complaints": 52, "self": false}, {"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "per_year": 10.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.26, "complaints": 73, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Passport", "per_year": 13.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.33, "complaints": 93, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "per_year": 20.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.48, "complaints": 134, "self": true}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "per_year": 30.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.73, "complaints": 206, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "per_year": 33.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.79, "complaints": 223, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "per_year": 34.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.83, "complaints": 233, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "per_year": 46.7, "idx_vs_all": 1.11, "complaints": 312, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "per_year": 47.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.13, "complaints": 318, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "per_year": 72.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.72, "complaints": 483, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Palisade", "per_year": 79.1, "idx_vs_all": 1.88, "complaints": 528, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Telluride", "per_year": 112.1, "idx_vs_all": 2.66, "complaints": 748, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "per_year": 134.2, "idx_vs_all": 3.19, "complaints": 896, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "per_year": 180.2, "idx_vs_all": 4.28, "complaints": 1203, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 55.1, "complaints": 423}, "next_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 5.1, "complaints": 29}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "oil", "docs": 42, "ratio": 11.2}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 54, "ratio": 3.9}, {"term": "burning", "docs": 11, "ratio": 15.6}, {"term": "maintenance", "docs": 12, "ratio": 11.0}, {"term": "add", "docs": 7, "ratio": 19.5}, {"term": "fire", "docs": 11, "ratio": 6.1}], "electrical": [{"term": "trailer hitches", "docs": 3, "ratio": 310.3}, {"term": "fire", "docs": 3, "ratio": 8.5}, {"term": "notification", "docs": 3, "ratio": 4.6}, {"term": "later", "docs": 3, "ratio": 4.3}, {"term": "side", "docs": 4, "ratio": 2.9}, {"term": "received", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3.1}], "transmission": [{"term": "transmission", "docs": 8, "ratio": 8.3}, {"term": "cold", "docs": 5, "ratio": 27.2}, {"term": "erratic", "docs": 3, "ratio": 76.2}, {"term": "feel", "docs": 3, "ratio": 7.4}, {"term": "change", "docs": 3, "ratio": 7.1}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 6, "ratio": 2.4}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2022-02-18", "last_filed": "2026-08-28", "median_filing_delay_days": 34, "limited_data": true, "complaints": 29, "crashes": 0, "fires": 0, "injuries": 0, "deaths": 0, "severe": 0, "severe_share": 0.0, "injuries_per_100": 0.0, "per_year": 5.1, "age_years": 5.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 12, "share": 41.4, "ratio": 1.86}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 6, "share": 20.7, "ratio": 2.31}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 5, "share": 17.2, "ratio": 1.48}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 4, "share": 13.8, "ratio": 0.88}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 1, "share": 3.4, "ratio": 0.79}, {"group": "other", "count": 1, "share": 3.4, "ratio": 1.88}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2022, "count": 12}, {"year": 2023, "count": 3}, {"year": 2024, "count": 4}, {"year": 2025, "count": 2}, {"year": 2026, "count": 8}], "early": 12, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 2, "share": 6.9}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 11, "share": 37.9}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 5, "share": 17.2}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 3, "share": 10.3}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 8, "share": 27.6}], "median_age_months": 26, "recent_12m": 8, "prior_12m": 3, "recent_trend": null, "recalls": 5, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V649000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2021, "received": "2025-09-25", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire increases the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V760000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-10-11", "component": "POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION", "summary": "Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles.  The vehicle's \"fail-safe\" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.", "consequence": "Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary.  Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software.  All repairs will be performed free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC250.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V703000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "TRAILER HITCHES", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.  Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.  Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC249.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V447000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-06-23", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT", "summary": "Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles.  In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.", "consequence": "An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC241.  This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 22V-127.  Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V519000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-07-08", "component": "FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS", "summary": "Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines.  Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.", "consequence": "A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC214.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical", "fuel", "other", "transmission"], "recall_covered_share": 37.9, "park_warnings": 1, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2021, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:22:18+00:00", "segment": "midsize-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.12, "idx_vs_make": 0.14, "idx_vs_year": 0.13, "idx_vs_segment": 0.1, "early_idx": 0.2, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 10, "n_in_year": 85, "peers_year": [{"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "per_year": 5.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.12, "complaints": 29, "self": true}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "per_year": 15.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 88, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "per_year": 18.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.45, "complaints": 107, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Passport", "per_year": 24.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.58, "complaints": 139, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "per_year": 32.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.77, "complaints": 185, "self": false}, {"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "per_year": 35.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.83, "complaints": 199, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "per_year": 52.2, "idx_vs_all": 1.24, "complaints": 296, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Telluride", "per_year": 62.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.48, "complaints": 354, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "per_year": 74.0, "idx_vs_all": 1.76, "complaints": 420, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "per_year": 74.7, "idx_vs_all": 1.78, "complaints": 424, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Palisade", "per_year": 75.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.8, "complaints": 429, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "per_year": 84.3, "idx_vs_all": 2.0, "complaints": 478, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "per_year": 91.0, "idx_vs_all": 2.16, "complaints": 516, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2020, "per_year": 20.1, "complaints": 134}, "next_year": {"year": 2022, "per_year": 46.9, "complaints": 219}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22003", "subject": "Loss of Motive Power", "component": "ENGINE", "opened": "2022-09-12", "closed": "2023-12-12", "campaign": "", "summary": "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug ", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "inverter coolant", "docs": 6, "ratio": 2398.0}, {"term": "refill", "docs": 6, "ratio": 513.9}, {"term": "hybrid", "docs": 6, "ratio": 24.2}, {"term": "keeps", "docs": 3, "ratio": 23.1}, {"term": "level", "docs": 3, "ratio": 16.7}, {"term": "wrong", "docs": 3, "ratio": 9.8}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2022-01-11", "last_filed": "2026-08-27", "median_filing_delay_days": 7, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 219, "crashes": 5, "fires": 2, "injuries": 4, "deaths": 0, "severe": 7, "severe_share": 3.2, "injuries_per_100": 1.8, "per_year": 46.9, "age_years": 4.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 60, "share": 27.4, "ratio": 1.23}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 51, "share": 23.3, "ratio": 2.0}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 22, "share": 10.0, "ratio": 1.12}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 20, "share": 9.1, "ratio": 0.58}, {"group": "structure", "count": 20, "share": 9.1, "ratio": 0.99}, {"group": "other", "count": 13, "share": 5.9, "ratio": 3.26}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 12, "share": 5.5, "ratio": 0.91}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 5, "share": 2.3, "ratio": 0.6}, {"group": "steering", "count": 4, "share": 1.8, "ratio": 0.28}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 4, "share": 1.8, "ratio": 0.42}, {"group": "adas", "count": 3, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.24}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 3, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.56}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 2, "share": 0.9, "ratio": 0.58}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2022, "count": 50}, {"year": 2023, "count": 50}, {"year": 2024, "count": 32}, {"year": 2025, "count": 50}, {"year": 2026, "count": 37}], "early": 100, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 68, "share": 31.1}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 43, "share": 19.6}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 33, "share": 15.1}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 75, "share": 34.2}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 23, "recent_12m": 58, "prior_12m": 41, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 8, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V649000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2025-09-25", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire increases the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V610000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2023-08-31", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles.  The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC280.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V760000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-10-11", "component": "POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION", "summary": "Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles.  The vehicle's \"fail-safe\" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.", "consequence": "Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary.  Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software.  All repairs will be performed free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC250.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V703000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "TRAILER HITCHES", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.  Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.  Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC249.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V509000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-07-19", "component": "TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE", "summary": "Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles.  The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the traction control system (TCS).  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, \"Tire Selection and Rims.\"", "consequence": "Impaired anti-lock braking or traction control systems can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC244.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V447000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-06-23", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT", "summary": "Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid and 2022 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles.  In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.", "consequence": "An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will secure the seat belt pretensioners with a cap, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC241.  This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 22V-127.  Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V202000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-03-29", "component": "ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER", "summary": "Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento vehicles.  The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment.", "consequence": "An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC233.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V127000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-03-04", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT", "summary": "Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento Hybrid and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid vehicles.  In the event of a crash, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat belt pretensioner(s) may explode upon deployment.", "consequence": "An exploding seat belt pretensioner can project metal fragments into the vehicle, striking vehicle occupants and resulting in injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the seatbelt pretensioner(s), free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC231.  This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 22V-447.  Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical", "engine", "other", "transmission", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 69.4, "park_warnings": 1, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2022, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:22:22+00:00", "segment": "midsize-suv", "idx_vs_all": 1.11, "idx_vs_make": 1.32, "idx_vs_year": 1.2, "idx_vs_segment": 0.88, "early_idx": 1.35, "band": "typical", "rank_in_year": 64, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "per_year": 12.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 56, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Passport", "per_year": 12.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 58, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "per_year": 20.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.48, "complaints": 95, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "per_year": 27.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.66, "complaints": 129, "self": false}, {"make": "Nissan", "model": "Pathfinder", "per_year": 28.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.69, "complaints": 135, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "per_year": 31.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.75, "complaints": 148, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "per_year": 46.9, "idx_vs_all": 1.11, "complaints": 219, "self": true}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "per_year": 51.8, "idx_vs_all": 1.23, "complaints": 242, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "per_year": 55.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.32, "complaints": 260, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "per_year": 55.8, "idx_vs_all": 1.33, "complaints": 261, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Palisade", "per_year": 64.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.54, "complaints": 302, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Telluride", "per_year": 68.3, "idx_vs_all": 1.62, "complaints": 319, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "per_year": 93.7, "idx_vs_all": 2.23, "complaints": 438, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "per_year": 98.9, "idx_vs_all": 2.35, "complaints": 462, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 5.1, "complaints": 29}, "next_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 42.5, "complaints": 156}, "investigations": [{"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ22003", "subject": "Seat Belt Pretensioners May Rupture", "component": "SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER", "opened": "2022-08-08", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "23V210000", "summary": "On August 8, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Recall Query (RQ) based on 3 incidents alleging front seat belt pretensioners that may rupture during deployment, on model year (MY) 2020-2022 of various Hyundai and Kia Models, resulting in 3 injuries (note: one incident occurred outside the U.S. and its territories).Between October 2021 and March 2023, Hyundai and Kia have filed the following 11 safety recalls for pretensioner rupture: NHTSA Recall No. 21V-796, 22V-069, 22V-123, 22V-127, 22V-218, 22V-354, 22V-447, 22V-458, 22V-816, 23V-094, and 23V-210.Hyundai/Kia have stated that the abnormal deployment of the pretensioners is due to over-pressurization of the pretensioner pipe that can cause metal fragments to enter the vehicle occupant compartment, which can result in injury to vehicle occupants.The various makes/models covered by the above recalls include approximately 405,900 certain 2020-2022 Hyundai Accent, 2021-2022 Hyundai Elantra and Elantra HEV, 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, 2022-2023 Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV, 2020-2022 Hyundai Venue, 2021-2023 Genesis G80, 2023 Genesis G80 EV, 2023 Genesis G90, 2023 Genesis GV60 EV, 2022-2023 Genesis GV70, 2021-2023 Genesis GV80, 2021-2022 Kia Sorento HEV, and 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV.In response to ODI's investigation, in December 2022, Hyundai notified ODI that they would be conducting testing to validate subject vehicle seat belt pretensioners. This evaluation included sled testing and software testing which was performed by Hyundai and its suppliers. The tests were intended to evaluate pretensioner deployment characteristics based on the unique deployment signature of the subject and peer vehicles. ODI met with representatives from Hyundai on several occasions during the investigation to discuss testing progress and data. As a result of the testing, Hyundai was able to simulate the pretensioner failures. It was determined by Hyundai during testing, the front driver-side and/or passenger-side seat ", "years": [2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "engine", "docs": 38, "ratio": 3.0}, {"term": "light", "docs": 31, "ratio": 2.9}, {"term": "power", "docs": 24, "ratio": 3.3}, {"term": "check", "docs": 19, "ratio": 3.8}, {"term": "accelerate", "docs": 12, "ratio": 5.3}, {"term": "phev", "docs": 4, "ratio": 76.1}], "transmission": [{"term": "transmission", "docs": 29, "ratio": 7.1}, {"term": "power", "docs": 25, "ratio": 4.1}, {"term": "check", "docs": 16, "ratio": 3.8}, {"term": "gears", "docs": 8, "ratio": 10.8}, {"term": "codes", "docs": 9, "ratio": 6.8}, {"term": "accelerate", "docs": 10, "ratio": 5.2}], "hvac": [{"term": "sunroof", "docs": 6, "ratio": 16.6}, {"term": "glass", "docs": 5, "ratio": 9.4}, {"term": "panoramic", "docs": 3, "ratio": 38.5}, {"term": "exploded", "docs": 4, "ratio": 14.7}, {"term": "explosion", "docs": 3, "ratio": 31.4}, {"term": "shattered", "docs": 4, "ratio": 13.0}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2022-11-17", "last_filed": "2026-09-01", "median_filing_delay_days": 15, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 156, "crashes": 4, "fires": 2, "injuries": 7, "deaths": 0, "severe": 6, "severe_share": 3.8, "injuries_per_100": 4.5, "per_year": 42.5, "age_years": 3.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 45, "share": 28.8, "ratio": 1.3}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 27, "share": 17.3, "ratio": 1.1}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 22, "share": 14.1, "ratio": 1.57}, {"group": "structure", "count": 15, "share": 9.6, "ratio": 1.05}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 14, "share": 9.0, "ratio": 0.77}, {"group": "adas", "count": 8, "share": 5.1, "ratio": 0.89}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 7, "share": 4.5, "ratio": 0.74}, {"group": "steering", "count": 7, "share": 4.5, "ratio": 0.69}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 5, "share": 3.2, "ratio": 0.74}, {"group": "other", "count": 3, "share": 1.9, "ratio": 1.05}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 1, "share": 0.6, "ratio": 0.16}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 1, "share": 0.6, "ratio": 0.24}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 1, "share": 0.6, "ratio": 0.38}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2022, "count": 2}, {"year": 2023, "count": 30}, {"year": 2024, "count": 47}, {"year": 2025, "count": 33}, {"year": 2026, "count": 44}], "early": 79, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 41, "share": 26.3}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 44, "share": 28.2}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 35, "share": 22.4}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 36, "share": 23.1}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 22, "recent_12m": 59, "prior_12m": 31, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 4, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V649000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2023, "received": "2025-09-25", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire increases the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V610000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2023, "received": "2023-08-31", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, and Sorento Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles.  The mounting clips for the rearview camera may break, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear properly on the display.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera housing, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC280.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V579000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2023, "received": "2023-08-15", "component": "EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sorento vehicles.  The air bag warning labels on the driver and front passenger sun visors may detach.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "A detached air bag warning label will not warn occupants about the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and replace the driver and front passenger sun visors, as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC277.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V703000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2023, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "TRAILER HITCHES", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership.  Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.", "consequence": "A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.  Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC249.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 1, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["electrical", "hvac", "other"], "recall_covered_share": 33.3, "park_warnings": 1, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2023, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:22:27+00:00", "segment": "midsize-suv", "idx_vs_all": 1.01, "idx_vs_make": 1.2, "idx_vs_year": 1.01, "idx_vs_segment": 0.8, "early_idx": 0.95, "band": "typical", "rank_in_year": 62, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "per_year": 6.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.14, "complaints": 22, "self": false}, {"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "per_year": 9.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.23, "complaints": 35, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Passport", "per_year": 10.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.24, "complaints": 37, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "per_year": 23.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.56, "complaints": 86, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "per_year": 24.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.58, "complaints": 89, "self": false}, {"make": "Nissan", "model": "Pathfinder", "per_year": 28.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.67, "complaints": 103, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "per_year": 29.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.69, "complaints": 107, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "per_year": 37.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.89, "complaints": 137, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "per_year": 42.5, "idx_vs_all": 1.01, "complaints": 156, "self": true}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "per_year": 50.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.2, "complaints": 185, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Telluride", "per_year": 55.5, "idx_vs_all": 1.32, "complaints": 204, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "per_year": 76.8, "idx_vs_all": 1.83, "complaints": 282, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Palisade", "per_year": 107.8, "idx_vs_all": 2.56, "complaints": 396, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "per_year": 153.0, "idx_vs_all": 3.64, "complaints": 562, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2022, "per_year": 46.9, "complaints": 219}, "next_year": {"year": 2024, "per_year": 17.2, "complaints": 46}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "engine", "docs": 32, "ratio": 3.4}, {"term": "accelerate", "docs": 10, "ratio": 5.9}, {"term": "hybrid", "docs": 8, "ratio": 8.6}, {"term": "pull", "docs": 8, "ratio": 5.0}, {"term": "lights dash", "docs": 4, "ratio": 20.1}, {"term": "delay", "docs": 4, "ratio": 12.5}], "electrical": [{"term": "hvac", "docs": 4, "ratio": 66.6}, {"term": "blower motor", "docs": 3, "ratio": 238.6}, {"term": "fire hazard", "docs": 3, "ratio": 44.0}, {"term": "wiring", "docs": 4, "ratio": 15.0}, {"term": "electrical", "docs": 6, "ratio": 5.2}, {"term": "don", "docs": 3, "ratio": 9.5}], "hvac": [{"term": "sorrento", "docs": 3, "ratio": 530.3}, {"term": "glass", "docs": 7, "ratio": 13.1}, {"term": "sunroof", "docs": 6, "ratio": 16.6}, {"term": "debris", "docs": 5, "ratio": 26.7}, {"term": "radiator", "docs": 4, "ratio": 56.9}, {"term": "exploded", "docs": 5, "ratio": 18.4}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2024-02-05", "last_filed": "2026-08-31", "median_filing_delay_days": 7, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 46, "crashes": 4, "fires": 1, "injuries": 4, "deaths": 0, "severe": 5, "severe_share": 10.9, "injuries_per_100": 8.7, "per_year": 17.2, "age_years": 2.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 11, "share": 23.9, "ratio": 1.52}, {"group": "engine", "count": 9, "share": 19.6, "ratio": 0.88}, {"group": "structure", "count": 8, "share": 17.4, "ratio": 1.9}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 5, "share": 10.9, "ratio": 0.94}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 5, "share": 10.9, "ratio": 1.22}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 2, "share": 4.3, "ratio": 0.71}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 4.3, "ratio": 1.13}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 2, "share": 4.3, "ratio": 2.75}, {"group": "steering", "count": 1, "share": 2.2, "ratio": 0.34}, {"group": "other", "count": 1, "share": 2.2, "ratio": 1.22}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2024, "count": 9}, {"year": 2025, "count": 23}, {"year": 2026, "count": 14}], "early": 32, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 12, "share": 26.1}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 22, "share": 47.8}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 12, "share": 26.1}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 19, "recent_12m": 21, "prior_12m": 18, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 2, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V006000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2024, "received": "2025-01-13", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles.  A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC331.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V287000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2024, "received": "2024-04-23", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Sorento vehicles.  The motor driven power steering (MDPS) wiring harness may be incorrectly assembled, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.", "consequence": "A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the MDPS wiring harness as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2024.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  Kia's number for this recall is SC309.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["electrical"], "recall_covered_share": 23.9, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2024, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:22:30+00:00", "segment": "midsize-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.41, "idx_vs_make": 0.48, "idx_vs_year": 0.45, "idx_vs_segment": 0.32, "early_idx": 0.46, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 37, "n_in_year": 89, "peers_year": [{"make": "Dodge", "model": "Durango", "per_year": 4.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.12, "complaints": 13, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Passport", "per_year": 6.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.14, "complaints": 16, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Explorer", "per_year": 7.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.17, "complaints": 19, "self": false}, {"make": "Toyota", "model": "Highlander", "per_year": 15.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 42, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Edge", "per_year": 15.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 42, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "per_year": 17.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.41, "complaints": 46, "self": true}, {"make": "Nissan", "model": "Pathfinder", "per_year": 28.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.67, "complaints": 75, "self": false}, {"make": "Subaru", "model": "Outback", "per_year": 34.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.81, "complaints": 91, "self": false}, {"make": "Honda", "model": "Pilot", "per_year": 40.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.97, "complaints": 109, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Traverse", "per_year": 49.3, "idx_vs_all": 1.17, "complaints": 132, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Santa Fe", "per_year": 65.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.55, "complaints": 175, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "Telluride", "per_year": 80.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.91, "complaints": 215, "self": false}, {"make": "Jeep", "model": "Grand Cherokee", "per_year": 113.3, "idx_vs_all": 2.69, "complaints": 303, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Palisade", "per_year": 142.8, "idx_vs_all": 3.39, "complaints": 382, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 42.5, "complaints": 156}, "next_year": {"year": 2025, "per_year": 73.5, "complaints": 123}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"electrical": [{"term": "appointment", "docs": 3, "ratio": 12.6}, {"term": "collision", "docs": 3, "ratio": 4.9}, {"term": "lights", "docs": 4, "ratio": 3.2}, {"term": "safety", "docs": 4, "ratio": 2.1}, {"term": "warning", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1.6}, {"term": "system", "docs": 3, "ratio": 1.6}], "engine": [{"term": "radiator", "docs": 4, "ratio": 139.0}, {"term": "rock", "docs": 3, "ratio": 36.0}, {"term": "hybrid", "docs": 3, "ratio": 16.1}, {"term": "coolant", "docs": 3, "ratio": 10.5}, {"term": "damage", "docs": 3, "ratio": 8.2}, {"term": "light", "docs": 4, "ratio": 2.5}], "structure": [{"term": "glass", "docs": 4, "ratio": 20.6}, {"term": "sunroof", "docs": 3, "ratio": 22.8}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2024-11-22", "last_filed": "2026-09-02", "median_filing_delay_days": 7, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 123, "crashes": 7, "fires": 0, "injuries": 5, "deaths": 0, "severe": 7, "severe_share": 5.7, "injuries_per_100": 4.1, "per_year": 73.5, "age_years": 1.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 42, "share": 34.1, "ratio": 1.54}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 24, "share": 19.5, "ratio": 1.24}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 20, "share": 16.3, "ratio": 1.82}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 15, "share": 12.2, "ratio": 1.05}, {"group": "adas", "count": 5, "share": 4.1, "ratio": 0.71}, {"group": "structure", "count": 5, "share": 4.1, "ratio": 0.45}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 4, "share": 3.3, "ratio": 0.77}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 3, "share": 2.4, "ratio": 0.4}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.42}, {"group": "other", "count": 2, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.88}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 1, "share": 0.8, "ratio": 0.32}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2024, "count": 1}, {"year": 2025, "count": 55}, {"year": 2026, "count": 67}], "early": 123, "early_closed": false, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 68, "share": 55.3}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 55, "share": 44.7}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 11, "recent_12m": 93, "prior_12m": 30, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 3, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V046000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2025, "received": "2026-01-27", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV,  K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, \"Controls and Displays\" and 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring System.\"", "consequence": "An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer, tire pressure, or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC361. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 9, 2026.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "25V548000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2025, "received": "2025-08-25", "component": "ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.", "consequence": "A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "25V006000", "make": "Kia", "model": "Sorento", "year": 2025, "received": "2025-01-13", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Sorento, 2025 Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid vehicles.  A software error in the Body Domain Control Unit (BDC) may cause a loss of low beam headlights and taillights.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "A loss of headlights and taillights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the BDC software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025.  Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.  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